Amos Manneschmidt
Blender 101: Overview and Direct Modeling
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesLearn the basics of Blender 2.8. In this course we will model the Knoxmakers logo using direct modeling techniques. There is no fee for this course but a $5 donation to the 3d printing zone is suggested.
Making Metal Pumpkins
Knox Makers - Metalworking 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesLet’s make steel pumpkin decorations that don’t rot over time. If you don’t paint them, they just get more orange! Amos will demonstrate how to make a metal pumpkin, and then, attendees of this class will be let loose on the metal shop to make their own permanent decoration. Amos remain at the shop to help class attendees with their pumpkins. A 20′ stick of rebar will be included with the class fee, and the scraps bin at the space is also available.
To attend this class, you should have taken the metal shop introduction class, blacksmithing authorization class, or demonstrate proper metal-working knowledge. The skills exercised in this class will include: cutting, mig welding, grinding, potential for plasma cutting, bending, potential for blacksmithing, and shop clean up!
There will be a fee of $14.96 for current Knox Makers members. Due to the current local COVID situation, the class size is small and members only. If the class fills up too quickly another will be scheduled. There will be a maximum of 6 spots for this class, and a minimum of 2 tickets must be sold. If the class minimum is not met 48 hours prior to class start time, the class will be canceled and all tickets will be refunded. If you are feeling sick in any way morning of the class, contact the instructor for a full refund.
Blacksmithing Authorization – Intro to Forging
Knox Makers - Blacksmithing 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis class introduces you to the new blacksmithing zone. We cover propane forge operation, zone safety, basic hand forging, and nail making. At the completion of the class, members will receive a key to access the forge and foundry building.
Proper attire is natural fiber clothing such as cotton jeans and T-shirts. Cotton/polyester blend is OK but synthetic clothing or other materials that can melt are unsafe. We have eye protection available but suggest you bring your own if you have them.
Pumpkin Carving with Power Tools
Knox Makers - Arts and Crafts 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesBring your own pumpkin (none are provided) and (optionally) your own hand power tools and we'll help each other make Jack-o'-lanterns with them. Primary tools to be used are hand drills and reciprocating saws. Masks are required in accordance with current Knox Makers policy.
Blacksmithing Authorization – Intro to Forging
Knox Makers - Blacksmithing 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis class introduces you to the new blacksmithing zone. We cover propane forge operation, zone safety, basic hand forging, and nail making. At the completion of the class, members will receive a key to access the forge and foundry building.
Proper attire is natural fiber clothing such as cotton jeans and T-shirts. Cotton/polyester blend is OK but synthetic clothing or other materials that can melt are unsafe. We have eye protection available but suggest you bring your own if you have them.